Long-term exposure to air pollution may be ageing your lungs faster than normal. Small particles in the air can inflame your lung tissues, turning soft, elastic lungs into stiff, hard sponges.

The new global data shows that pollution — especially air pollution, kills far more people annually than tobacco use or road ...

Studies shows that pollutants play a crucial role in causing asthma and other allergic disorders. Scientists believe that ...

The majority of agricultural land has air pollution levels above legal limits, threatening crop production. Air pollution exposure kills more than 350,000 people in Europe every year despite ...

Vitamin C may have the potential to protect people against lung disease caused by traffic-related air pollution, bushfires and dust storms, new research finds.

Losing your voice, or feeling hoarse, can stem from more than just a cold. Environmental toxins like air pollution, acid ...

Pollutants like PM2.5, PM10, and nitrogen dioxide cause chronic irritation to the ocular surface, leading to dry eye, ...

Delhi’s notorious pollution isn’t just a health hazard for lungs, it’s a challenge for skin too. Dermatologists report a sharp rise in pigmentation, dark patches, and uneven skin tones as tiny ...

Using these air purifiers can have many health benefits from lowering risk of respiratory illness such as asthma exacerbation ...

Northern India’s toxic winter smog is now emerging as a major driver of vitamin D deficiency, with new evidence showing that ...

Atmospheric scientist Laura Wilcox talks to The Conversation Weekly about the measures China took to improve its air pollution – and the unintended consequences for the climate.